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Tensions and Safety Concerns on the Rise in East Palestine Following Chemical Release

Jack Enterline
February 24, 2023

Two weeks ago, the small town of East Palestine, Ohio, located about 30 miles from RMU’s campus, experienced an environmental disaster when a 150-car-long train carrying toxic and highly flammable chemicals derailed. Officials evacuated everyone within a one-mile radius...

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Police Blotter: 2/07/2023-2/13/2023

Evelyn Luthringer
February 17, 2023

From February 7th through the 13th RMU Police wrote fifty-six parking violations. There was one Pennsylvania State Citation written. Three students were sent to Student Conduct and one case was forwarded to the Magistrate’s Office. 2/07/2023 Departmental Information:...

Shelter to be Added to Shuttle Stop

Shelter to be Added to Shuttle Stop

Evelyn Luthringer
February 15, 2023

Beginning on Wednesday, February 15th, RMU Facilities will be installing a shelter at the Shuttle Stop location next to the Gazebo. The work is estimated to take a week and be completed by Wednesday, February 22nd. Construction will occur between the hours of 9:30 am and 5:00...

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Police Blotter: 1/31/23-2/02/23

Evelyn Luthringer
February 10, 2023

1/31/23: Departmental Information: RMU Police ran a criminal history on new police hire. The case is closed. 1/31/23: Motor Vehicle Accident without Injury: RMU staff reported a minor vehicle accident outside Lexington Hall. Both drivers denied medical treatment. All pertinent...

Joe Biden visits Carnegie Mellon's Mill 19 on Friday to discuss his infrastructure bill. (Photo Credit, Grayden Jackson)

Biden Gives his State of the Union Address

Hannah Shiflett
February 10, 2023
This Tuesday, President Joe Biden spoke to Congress in his annual State of the Union address.
Unauthorized Solicitor Removed from Campus

Unauthorized Solicitor Removed from Campus

Cole Brennan
February 8, 2023

On Tuesday, an unauthorized solicitor was removed from campus. The individual was outside of Nicholson Center with a political organization when university police responded. Any person who wants to solicit information on campus must get approval from the Dean of Students....

Officials Begin Controlled Release of Chemicals in East Palestine's Derailed Train

Officials Begin Controlled Release of Chemicals in East Palestine’s Derailed Train

Ellie Schroeder
February 6, 2023

On Friday, a train derailed in East Palestine, OH which caused a fire that burned for days. It has been closely monitored since the derailment, and the governors of Pennsylvania and Ohio have decided to take action. The train is carrying vinyl chloride in several train cars...

Charles Anderson Memorial Bridge to Close Immediately

Charles Anderson Memorial Bridge to Close Immediately

Evelyn Luthringer
February 1, 2023

City of Pittsburgh officials have announced the immediate closure of the Charles Anderson Memorial Bridge. The closure is necessary to be able to complete the necessary repairs to the bridge. Although it is closed to cars, the bridge will remain open to pedestrians and bicycles,...

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Police Blotter: 1/10/2023-1/15/2023

Evelyn Luthringer
February 1, 2023

1/10/2023: Disturbance/ Loud Music or People: A student reported an incident with their roommate in Madison Hall. Officers responded and notified Residence Life. Students agreed to behave for the rest of the night. This case is closed. 1/11/2023: Title IX: A student reported...

Photo Credit: Joseph Espinoza

This Week On Campus: 1/29/23- 2/4/23

Hope Beatty, Head Arts and Entertainment Editor
January 31, 2023

Robert Morris University is hosting several events on campus this week. Check out the schedule for the week below: Jan. 31, 2023: The Humanities department is hosting an opening ceremony for the current art gallery "Balanced Response." The gallery is being jointly presented...